NYC in the summer months can be very trying on a person. Hot & smelly subways, walking in the brutal heat, people a bit more irritable (& sweaty) than usual. There are bright spots as well. One of them took place Wednesday night. The New York Philharmonic's free concert in Central Park. Flash thunder storms filled the day, but it all ceased by 5:00, which was just enough time for the grass on The Great Lawn to dry. The air was cool & the city residents were ready to picnic! Thousands gathered with coolers, blankets, wine & candles. New Yorkers have really become pretty elaborate with their picnic gear. Fancy chairs, tiny tables, pillows, even candelabras were scattered about. We were no exception. The Raffs brought their convertible table, food, wine & baby Riley. I also contributed in the food department by bringing along shrimp cocktail, a variety of cheeses & the makings of a fab antipasto. Jen made a gluten-free cake (I'll tell you why at another time) & I made my fuzzy navel fruit salad. The great food & friends made lugging all of that gear through the subways & streets of NY worth it!


Our Spread

Paul, Jen & Riley

Wine Anyone?

The Finale

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